Sometimes, when you see something that’s great you have to get it – it just might not be there the next time you go. (Read More…)

It’s great to have access to an original when making a reproduction, but sometimes you can’t. In those cases, you have to make your best guess. It’s a pleasure to learn you guessed right. (Read More…)

Is it possible to do something too well, with the end result being that you don’t want to part with it or, if you made it for yourself, use it? (Read More…)

There are several keys to being successful – talent, skill, knowledge, etc. But, as the saying goes, time is of the essence. (Read More…)

When you need something for the shop, even though several may be commercially available sometimes they just aren’t what you want or need. No problem. (Read More…)

Ever do something in your shop that was the best idea you’ve ever had, but then later wondered what the heck you were thinking? (Read More…)

You always feel odd when your surroundings aren’t what you’re used to. But when you’re a woodworker or a general handy guy, extended traveling creates real withdrawal symptoms. (Read More…)

Timing can be a strange and wonderful thing. Because of good timing this weekend, I got a nice shot in the arm for my woodworking ego. (Read More…)

I talked last time about how some cheaper components in my new table saw didn’t mean that quality had been compromised. I’ve got some more thoughts on the issue. (Read More…)

We’ve discussed before that woodworking tools and materials are made more cheaply today. But is “cheaper” always bad in the literal sense? (Read More…)